Whiteline Steering Rack Bushings – 2003-2006 Mitsubishi Evo 8/9

Whiteline Steering Rack Bushings – 2003-2006 Mitsubishi Evo 8/9

Direct, Precise Steering on Your Evo 8 or 9
The steering rack mount bushings on the 2003-2006 Mitsubishi Evo 8 and 9 are foundational to the car’s steering feel. When these bushings soften and allow rack movement under steering loads, the direct, precise steering character the Evo is known for begins to degrade. Whiteline’s polyurethane replacement locks the rack firmly in position, restoring and improving steering response on one of the most driver-focused AWD cars ever made.

DETAILS

• Polyurethane steering rack mount bushings for Evo 8/9
• Eliminates rack movement under steering loads
• Restores and improves steering precision and feedback
• Fitment: 2003-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII and IX
• Direct replacement — no modification required
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

Evo 8/9 Steering and Rack Mount Quality
The Evo 8 and 9 are celebrated for their steering feel — the AWD system’s front axle loads are communicated directly through the steering with a precision that few other cars match. Steering rack mount quality is a significant contributor to that feel. As the OEM rubber softens, the rack deflects slightly under steering inputs, filtering out the feedback that makes the Evo special.

Part of the Complete Evo Front End Package
The steering rack bushings work alongside Whiteline’s Evo 8/9 anti-lift kit (KCA395), front roll center kit, and front control arm bushings to produce a comprehensively precise Evo front end. All these components together make the Evo 8 and 9 front suspension as precise as its reputation suggests it should be.

Track and Competition Use
In any Evo competition context, steering precision is not optional. The rack mount bushings are a fundamental component of the front end package for any Evo used seriously.

Why Choose Whiteline

Whiteline has been engineering suspension components from their facility in Australia since 1979. Every product in their catalog is developed with a clear goal: measurable improvement in handling, stability, and tyre contact. Whiteline’s polyurethane bushings, sway bars, control arms, and alignment correction kits are engineered using finite element analysis and validated on track before they reach the market. Their components are direct-fit, bolt-on solutions designed for enthusiasts who want real performance gains without fabrication or custom work.

The RallySport Take

One of the most impactful feel upgrades for the Evo 8 and 9. The steering improvement from firm rack mounts is immediately apparent. Budget an afternoon for the job — bushing replacement is not complicated but does require the correct press tools and clean installation technique. Apply grease to all polyurethane-to-metal interfaces and assemble at ride height for correct bushing set. The improvement in chassis feel is immediate and the polyurethane will outlast whatever rubber is in there now.

What’s in the Box

• Polyurethane steering rack mount bushings for Evo 8/9
• Eliminates rack movement under steering loads
• Restores and improves steering precision and feedback
• Direct replacement — no modification required

Fitment